The Power of Magick resides in the Earth, the wind , the water, and in every living being. It is the power of life itself. When you work with herbs and oils you combine your own personal power with that ofthe plant. Through ritual, you give this combined power purpose and direction to bring about change.

When working with oils, rituals can be simple, such as anointing a candle with a single oil and burning the candle as you visualize your desired goal. (See Candle Magick) Or, rituals can be more complex, using several oils blended together, to produce the best results. Oils can be added to water for a ritual bath. They are used in charms and sachets. Stones are rubbed with oils to boost their energies. Or you can bring the power of the oil into you by anointing your body with it. (note: always dilute a true essential oil with a base before applying to the skin) The uses are many, and you can use one method, or all, depending on the Magick you are working.

There are some schools of thought that believe ONLY true pure essential oils should be used in Magick works. The cost of these , however, are prohibitive to many magick users. As a compromise, you can always start with just a few of the more expensive essential oils, using less expensive blends or synthetic oils until you can afford more. Personally, I have had great success using mostly synthetic oils, or by using substitutions. For example, if a recipe calls for oakmoss oil, you can combine vetivert oil with cinnamon oil to approximate the aroma of oakmoss.
The table below lists some of the more common herbs and oils. They are arranged under the type of Magick you are preparing to work. There are others of course, but these are the most common and easiest to find.

Certain herbs and oils are also associated with each Element. All that exists is composed of one or more of the elemental energies, Earth, Air, Fire, and Water. Many plants correspond to the elements, and each element is associated with a Magickal goal. Use Elemental Magick to bring the power of the Element into you work.

BLENDING OILS
Gather together the oils you have decided to use. In a clean glass jar or vial, add about an eighth of a cup of a vegetable oil base, such as safflower, coconut, or olive oil. I personally prefer to use almond oil, as it seems to have a better texture. Unless a recipe you find specifies, feel free to choose your own. Use and eyedropper to add the essential oils in the correct proportion. Swirl the essential oils in the base, do not stir or shake. Be sure to write down the recipe in your Book of Shadows, so you can recreate it later. Store the blended oils in a dark dry place in airtight, dark colored glass bottles. Don't forget to label the bottles.
Here are a few simple oil blend recipes to get you started.